ELT 410

Course Code & Number

ELT 410

Course Title

American Literature

Level

BS

Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits

(2+0+0) 2 TEDU Credits, 4 ECTS Credits

Type of Course:

Elective

Mode of Delivery:

Face-to-face

Language of Instruction:

English

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite:

Catalog Description

American literature and its history. Main concepts and techniques in text analysis. Main text types and genres. Important periods and literary movements. Novels, short stories, poems and plays from different periods. Literature in life. Critical analysis and texts and art evaluation.

Course Objectives

The aim of the course is to introduce students American literature in the context of historical and cultural movements from the early 19^th century through the late 20^th century. Within the scope of the course, the students become familiar with basic terms, concepts and techniques in literature, analyze literary work of various genres from different periods, and discuss the contribution and role of literature in our lives.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

 

1. identify different types of literary genres and techniques in American literature,
2. examine the works of major writers, literary periods, social events, and intellectual movements in American literature,
3. analyze literary and cultural texts with a critical eye,
4. evaluate the literary texts within American socio-cultural context,
5. review how writers express their social, moral, and cultural concerns in literary works.

Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:

In-class Tasks

Course Coordinator:

Dr. Belgin Aydın